A Web and Mobile Applications for Self-control of Patient Blood Pressure Through Mobiles and Biometrics Devices

2017 ◽  
pp. 240-249
Author(s):  
Vladimir Villarreal ◽  
Mel Nielsen ◽  
Manuel Samudio
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Mobile Applications ◽  
Self Control

scholarly journals Mobile applications in women’s health education in obstetric and gynecological care

2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 57-67
Author(s):  
Monika Walec ◽  
Natalia Surma ◽  
Weronika Michoń ◽  
Barbara Ślusarska
Keyword(s):  
Health Education ◽  
Women’S Health ◽  
Women's Health ◽  
Mobile Applications ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Obstetric Care ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Mobile Health Applications ◽  
Range Of Functions ◽  
Gynecological Care

AbstractIntroduction. The dynamic development of new technologies and the dissemination of mobile applications in everyday life create opportunities for using the new form for activities within the framework of women’s health education.Aim. The work aims to review mobile applications that can be used in women’s health education in obstetrics and gynecology, and to determine their range of functions facilitating independent control of women’s health.Material and method. The research of mobile applications was limited to the ones available for Android and iOS (iPhone). The source of all information are the websites of the software producers. The criteria for including the application in the analysis were: availability on the website play.google.com and usefulness in obstetric-gynecological care of women. As many as 27 applications with the highest number of downloads became the subject matter of the analysis.Results. Due to the substantive scope of women’s health education, mobile applications were classified into three groups: 1) helpful in controlling the menstrual cycle, 2) helpful in monitoring pregnancy, 3) used in the prevention of diseases in gynecological-obstetric care. Out of all the applications available, 10 were classified to the first and second group each, and 7 to the third one.Conclusions. Mobile health applications are a promising strategy for health education as a tool for monitoring, improving self-control, and raising awareness in the care of women.

Biofeedback and Self-Control of Physiological Functions: Clinical Applications

1975 ◽  
Vol 6 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 255-265 ◽  
Author(s):  
Peter P. Hauri
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Cardiovascular System ◽  
Clinical Application ◽  
Cardiac Arrhythmias ◽  
Muscle Tension ◽  
Clinical Applications ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Physiological Functions ◽  
Personality Changes ◽  
Tension Headaches

The parameters amenable to biofeedback learning are mentioned, including brainwaves, muscle tension, temperature, the cardiovascular system, and others. A discussion follows of the clinical application of biofeedback in the treatment of such disorders as tension headaches, neuromuscular re-education, epilepsy, “dysponesis,” cardiac arrhythmias, blood pressure and migraines. The usefulness of biofeedback has been demonstrated also in the field of psychotherapy for purposes of desensitization, treating anxious patients, encouraging specific personality changes, and indicating stress to patients.

scholarly journals The impact of using BASNEF model on self-control behaviors among Patients with hypertension

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 112
Author(s):  
Moradali Zareipour ◽  
Mousa Ghelichi Ghojogh ◽  
Masoumeh Mahdi-akhgar ◽  
Sarvin Abbasi ◽  
Nooshin Yoshany ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Important Public Health Problem ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Impact

Background: High blood pressure is the most important public health problem in developed countries. It is one reason for early mortality and risk factors for cardiovascular diseases like stroke and kidney failure. This study aimed to determine the effect of educational intervention based on BASNEF in blood pressure control in 1395.Methods and Materials: This study was a quasi-experimental study on 160 patients in two groups (each n = 80) suffering from hypertension in urban health centers of Urmia. Data collection questionnaire included: demographic questions, knowledge base questions, self-control behaviors questions and structures of  BASNEF model. Validity and reliability were respectively 80% and 79%. Intervention group had taken three 45 minutes sessions using speeches, questions and answers, posters, booklets, pamphlets and whiteboard. Before training, information collected through questionnaires and after training questionnaires were completed again after 3 months. The data were analyzed in SPSS software with chi-square tests, Fisher, independent and paired sample t-test.Results: The average age of case and control group were  99.11 ± 01.56 and 75.12 ± 66.53 years. That there was no statistically significant difference (p=0.1). After intervention average systolic blood pressure significantly decreased in the intervention group from 43.157 to 24.147 mm Hg and diastolic blood pressure significantly decreased from 21.93 to 52.87 mm Hg (P <0.05)Conclusion:  The training program using BASNEF model has provided better results in controlling blood pressure than conventional trainings.

scholarly journals The influence of Losartanum and Amlodipinum fixed combination use on cardiovascular complications risk factors seasonal variability in patients with arterial hypertension

2017 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 51-57
Author(s):  
M D Smirnova ◽  
T V Fofanova ◽  
F T Ageev ◽  
Z N Blankova ◽  
M V Vicenia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Pulse Wave Velocity ◽  
Arterial Hypertension ◽  
Seasonal Variability ◽  
Pulse Wave ◽  
Fixed Combination ◽  
Heat Waves ◽  
Self Control ◽  
The Third

Rationale: The influence of drugs on adaptation to high temperatures and seasonal variability of cardiovascular disease factors is one of the most important issues of treatment raised during re-cent heat waves. The safety of calcium channel blockers (CCBs) and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) use during heat waves is quite controversial. Aim: To assess the seasonal variability of hemodynamic parameters, vessel wall stiffness, lipid, carbohydrate and electrolyte metabolism in patients with arterial hypertension (AH) and to as-sess safety and effectiveness of fixed combination of Losartanum and Amlodipinum (Lortenza® KRKA) use according to one-year follow-up results. Materials and methods. The study included 26 patients with stage 1 and 2 AH aged from 42 to 81 years. Office blood pressure measurement, electrocardiography, volumetric sphygmography (pulse-wave velocity, cardio-ankle vascular index), serum chemistry, blood osmolarity tests were performed. Visual Analog Scale (VAS), Heat Questionnaries and self-control diaries were also assessed. The baseline visit took place in spring of 2016, the first visit - in May-June 2016, the second - during the heat wave, the third - in September-October 2016, the fourth - in January-February 2017, and the fifth - in April-May 2017. Results. The treatment resulted in systolic and diastolic blood pressure decrease (р=0.000) to target value which persisted during the follow-up period. According to the self-control diaries 81% of patients did really control BP. During the heat wave only 58% of patients succeeded in BP control, in autumn - 63%, in winter and spring - 81% and 86%, respectively. By the third visit the heart rate decreased on -6.0 (-11.1; -2.8) beats per minute, p=0.007. The decrease in pulse-wave velocity from 15.2±3.4 m/s to 13.6±2.7 m/s, p=0.01 and CAVI on -2.1 (-2.9; -0.65), p=0.01 was observed on the third visit. Decrease in uric acid level (р

scholarly journals Blood pressure level and daily self-control for blood pressure among the couples in a remote island.

1988 ◽  
Vol 54 (4) ◽  
pp. 197-204
Author(s):  
Tsutomu TOMARI ◽  
Tsuguo YANAGIHASHI ◽  
Ichiro WAKISAKA ◽  
Tetsuo ANDO ◽  
Hiromichi HATANO
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Blood Pressure Level ◽  
Pressure Level ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Remote Island

The College Orientation Workshop as an Experiential, Positive Youth Development Program

2020 ◽  
Vol 43 (2) ◽  
pp. 185-204
Author(s):  
Sara S. Whipple ◽  
Scott T. Frein ◽  
Keith A. Kline
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Experiential Education ◽  
Education Program ◽  
Development Program ◽  
Young Men ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Full Potential ◽  
Psychological Variables ◽  
College Orientation

Background: The 4-week-long College Orientation Workshop (COW) is an experiential education program that combines physical and mental challenges with classroom instruction to promote self-confidence, self-control, wellness, and life success in promising male youth facing challenges to reaching their full potential. Purpose: This was an exploratory study to assess whether young men who completed the program manifested psychological and/or physical changes. Methodology/Approach: Sixteen young men were assessed at the beginning and end of the program. Physical measures included fitness test scores (pull-ups, sit-ups, push-ups, 1.5 mile run time), resting blood pressure, and pulse rate. Psychological variables included positive and negative affect, life satisfaction, self-esteem, self-efficacy, perceived control, self-control, impulsivity, social support, and subjective socioeconomic status. Findings/Conclusions: From pre- to post-COW, there were significant increases in self-esteem, positive affect, and sit-ups completed as well as significant decreases in run times, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and heart rate. Several nonsignificant trends were also detected. Associations of psychological variables with fitness/health measures suggest that changes in the latter may be partly due to changes in the former. Implications: The COW Program may be an effective experiential education program. Follow-up studies with program participants are currently underway to determine longer term outcomes.

scholarly journals Life event perception, psychological coping, and psychotherapeutic correction of blood pressure in patients with arterial hypertension

2012 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 19-23 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. I. Bronskyi ◽  
P. S. Lapanov
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Arterial Hypertension ◽  
Life Events ◽  
Stressful Life Events ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Event Perception ◽  
Life Event ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Psychological Coping

Aim. To assess the associations between the perception of stressful life events, psychological coping (PC) styles, and the progression of arterial hypertension (AH); to identify psychotherapeutic approaches towards blood pressure (BP) correction, based on the perception self-control. Material and methods. In 3 groups of the patients with AH Stages 1—3, the diagnostics of stress resilience and social readjustment (Holmes and Rahe scale) and the Life Style Index assessment (Plutchik, Kellerman, and Conte scale) were performed. Results. The study results supported the view on AH progression as a process of decreasing adaptation and inadequate PC (5 PC styles out of 8 were inadequate). No statistically significant difference in PC parameters was observed across AH stages. Conclusion. The study findings have been used for identification of psychotherapeutic (psychoanalytic) approaches towards BP correction, based on the perception self-control.

scholarly journals A fixed combination of amlodipine and losartan: effectiveness and safety in abnormal weather conditions in patients with arterial hypertension

2016 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 19-25
Author(s):  
F T Ageev ◽  
M D Smirnova ◽  
T V Fofanova ◽  
Z N Blankova ◽  
M V Vitsenya ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Pulse Wave Velocity ◽  
Arterial Hypertension ◽  
Heat Wave ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Pulse Wave ◽  
Fixed Combination ◽  
Heat Waves ◽  
Self Control

Actuality. The effect of drugs on adaptation to abnormal temperatures is one of the most important questions put to practical medicine by the heat waves of recent years. One of the controversial issues - safety of use during the heat wave of calcium channel blockers (ACC) and blockers of receptors for angiotensin II (ARBS). The goal is to evaluate the efficacy and security of treatment of patients with arterial hypertension (AH) during the heat wave of a fixed combination of ARBS+ACC (Lortenza, KRKA). Materials and methods. Included 26 patients with hypertension 1 and 2 degrees from 42 to 81 years. All patients underwent measurement of office blood pressure, electrocardiography, body sphygmography with the determination of the pulse wave velocity and selectively CAVI, biochemical analysis of blood, estimation of osmolarity of blood, questionnaire: visual analogue scale, a questionnaire for patients exposed to heat, the test of adherence to treatment Moriscos-Green. Estimated diaries of self-control of blood pressure. The inclusion visit took place in spring 2016, 1st visit was in May - June 2016, 2nd - during heat waves, 3rd - September - October 2016. Results. The observed decrease in systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure (p=0.000) to the target values, preserved for the whole period of observation. According to the diaries of self-control of blood pressure controlled blood pressure 81% of patients. During a heat wave, this value decreased to 58%, in autumn - to 63%. The 3rd visit achieved a reduction in heart rate at -6.0 (-11.1; and 2.8) beats/min; p=0.007. A noticeable decrease of the pulse wave velocity from 15.2±3.4 to 14.4 V±3.0 m/s; p=0.01 and CAVI in of-2.1 (to -2.9; -0.65); p=0.01; the decline in uric acid level c of 415.3 to 346.2 mmol/l (p=0.04) and creatinine on the 2nd visit compared to baseline (p=0.02). Electrolyte shifts and increasing the osmolarity of the blood during heat waves have not been identified. There is a growing commitment therapy (p=0.04) and quality of life to 20.0 (7.4; 23.3); p=0.000 by visual analogue scale. Conclusion. Fixed combination of losartan and amlodipine (Lorenza) is an effective, safe and may be recommended for patients receiving AG in the hottest period.

The Effectiveness of Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) Mobile Applications in Supporting a Healthy Diet and Controlling Hypertension in Adults: Systematic Review (Preprint)

2022 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ghadah Alnooh ◽  
Tourkiah Alessa ◽  
Mark Hawley ◽  
Luc de Witte
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Blood Pressure ◽  
High Risk ◽  
Mobile Applications ◽  
Risk Of Bias ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Smartphone Apps ◽  
Dash Diet ◽  
Diet Adherence

BACKGROUND Uncontrolled hypertension is a public health issue, with increasing prevalence worldwide. The Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet is one of the most effective dietary approaches for lowering blood pressure (BP). Dietary mobile applications (apps) have gained popularity and are being used to support DASH diet self-management, aiming to improve DASH diet adherence and thus lower BP OBJECTIVE This systematic review aimed to assess the effectiveness of smartphone apps that support self-management to improve DASH diet adherence and, consequently, reduce BP. A secondary aim was to assess user engagement, satisfaction and acceptance, and usability related to DASH mobile app use. METHODS EMBASE (OVID), Cochrane Library, CINAHL, Web of Science, Scopus, and Google Scholar electronic databases were used to conduct systematic searches for studies conducted between 2008 and 2021 that used DASH smartphone apps to support self-management. The included articles’ reference lists were also checked. RESULTS Five studies (three RCTs and two pre-post studies) including 334 participants altogether examined DASH mobile apps. All studies found a positive trend related to the use of DASH smartphone apps, but the three RCTs had a high risk of bias. One pre-post study had a high risk of bias, the other had a low risk. As a consequence, no firm conclusions can be drawn regarding DASH smartphone apps’ effectiveness in increasing DASH diet adherence and lowering blood pressure. All the apps appeared to be accepted and easy to use. CONCLUSIONS There is weak emerging evidence of a positive effect of using DASH smartphone apps supporting self-management to improve DASH diet adherence and, consequently, lower BP. Further research is needed to provide high-quality evidence that can determine the effectiveness of DASH smartphone apps. CLINICALTRIAL Review article

Accurate, Easy-to-Use Sphygmomanometer – “Arm-in Memo” Blood-Pressure Meter Developed Based on “Compliance with Measurement”

2008 ◽  
Vol 20 (6) ◽  
pp. 824-827
Author(s):  
Yousuke Asou ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Internal Medicine ◽  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Diagnostic Criteria ◽  
Japanese Society ◽  
Lifestyle Change ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Measurement Concept ◽  
Pressure Meter

The Japanese Society of Internal Medicine and its seven related organizations, in announcing its diagnostic criteria for metabolic syndrome on April 8, 2005, demonstrated the importance of lifestyle change in minimizing the syndrome's effects. Needless to say, the control required to change lifestyles is difficult to cultivate and to continue. We looked at how self-control is supported using a home-use sphygmomanometer, or blood-pressure meter, detailing an actual development case centering on the “compliance with measurement” concept.

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